Job Description
Support WorkerPay rate: £14.50 per hour - Weekly and Monthly pay available!Shift pattern: 08.00-20.00 and sleep nightsHours: 36 hours per weekRequirement: Full UK Driving Licence (essential youll enjoy trips out & driving the clients vehicle!)? New Opportunity Join Us as a Support Worker! ?We are looking for caring, reliable and confident Support Workers to join a small team supporting an individual who lives at home with their family in Exeter .This person has complex clinical needs, autism, epilepsy, a communication disorder and behaviours that may present as challenging and they rely on a consistent team who truly understand them.They love music, social media, shopping trips, women's football and exploring new places.To help them do more of what they enjoy, we need someone local who knows Exeter, can drive their car, and holds a full UK driving licence.She communicates with her family regularly, especially mum, so it's really important that we're all clear and consistent with messages so there is no confusion.This young lady is very communicative when she's in the "green" and has great verbal communication skills but also loves communicating in written form i.e.
text messages, emails and written notes. However as she starts moving through "amber" and "red" her ability to communicate deteriorates.She doesn't like visual aids or symbols, and can struggle with tone, so can be upset or offended if she takes something the wrong way or thinks you were being disrespectful.? What youll be doing As a Support Worker, youll play an important role in helping this individual live safely, comfortably, and in a way that reflects their preferences.
Your day might include:Providing high-quality support on a 2:1 basisCreating opportunities for meaningful activities at home and in the communityEncouraging social interaction and promoting emotional wellbeingSupporting communication in the way that works best for themHelping with routine household tasks to maintain a calm, organised environment? What youll bring Were looking for people who already have experience in:Complex CareAutismEpilepsyBehaviours that may be perceived as challengingMental Health support? Who we are acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services.
Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person-centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.? What happens next? If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.What we offer Westfield Rewards exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brandsWestfield Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costsEmployee Assistance Programme confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationshipsBlue Light Card discounts and free event ticketsacuity academy training, qualifications and continuous professional developmentCareer progression within the organisationRefer a Friend bonus earn up to £500TPBN1_UKTJ